If you are considering going big this holiday season by buying a loved one a new car, preparation is absolutely vital. Trust us; we’ve been part of quite a few surprises at Skinners Chevrolet Buick GMC, so trust that we know what we’re talking about with these tips for buying a car as a Holiday gift.
- Tell us it’s a surprise: Make sure you tell your salesperson that the vehicle purchase is a surprise for someone else. That way, we know not to call your home or send you mailers following up on your recent vehicle purchase until we are sure the car has been gifted.
- Order way in advance: If there is a specific model in a specific color with specific features that you want, it’s possible you will need to order the vehicle, which can take several weeks. Don’t wait until the last minute, especially since the volume of cars being ordered tends to increase during the holidays. Order the vehicle early enough to ensure it’s ready by the date you intend to give your loved one their new ride.
- Get it right: Vehicles are among the biggest, most expensive purchases you can make. Don’t mess up by buying your spouse or child the wrong vehicle. Make sure you know which model they want, in which color, with which features.
- Consider the recipient: Not everyone likes surprises — at least not surprises this big. If you share finances with the recipient, they might not like being left in the dark about such a big financial decision. Think about your loved one, and only proceed with the surprise if you’re sure they’ll be okay with it.
As long as you take these tips into consideration, you’ll be set to give your loved one the gift of a lifetime. If you want some help arranging everything in advance, stop by Skinners Chevrolet Buick GMC and let us help you make sure everything goes off without a hitch — unless you’re looking at a new pickup, in which case we can make sure you only get the type of hitch you’re looking for.